Moldazhiyev also provided data on the number of countries and participants in previous Nomad Games. According to him, in 2014, 19 countries participated in the first Games, in 2016 — 62 countries, in 2018 — 82 countries, and in 2022 — 79 countries. In 2024, the participation of 89 countries is expected.
“The growth dynamics of participating countries shows that interest in the World Nomad Games is increasing. In 2014, there were only 771 participants, while in 2024 their number will rise to 2,500,” he noted.
Additionally, Moldazhiyev spoke about the sports disciplines that will be included in the event program. The VI WNG will feature 43 types of national and traditional sports.
“Participation in the World Nomad Games generates immense interest among countries. We have received numerous applications for the addition of new games from peoples around the world,” he added.
The opening ceremony of the VI WNG will take place on August 31 at the under-construction "Bishkek Arena" stadium, which can accommodate 51,000 spectators, and will coincide with the anniversary summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. The closing of the games is scheduled to take place on the shores of Issyk-Kul.
